Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 7% more affordable than Orlando. A $75,000 salary in Orlando is equivalent to $69,750 in Murfreesboro.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Orlando has a housing index of 104 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Orlando costs $320,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $5,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,650 in Orlando versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Orlando scores 103 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Orlando (96) match Murfreesboro (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Orlando is $48,080 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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